Train from Cincinnati to San Diego, CA, US: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Cincinnati to San Diego on November 29
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AmtrakTrain
Union Terminal
Old Town San DiegoNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Union Terminal
Santa Fe DepotNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Union Terminal
Santa Fe DepotNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Union Terminal
Old Town San DiegoNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Union Terminal
Old Town San DiegoNo tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Cincinnati to San Diego

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 2 days, 11 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $314, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day
2d 11hAverage Duration
1869 milesDistance
75kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$314 - $574Average Duration2d 11h
75kg CO₂e
Average Price$575 - $576Average Duration2d 14h
274kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cincinnati to San Diego, CA, US by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Cincinnati to San Diego?

    The cheapest train tickets from Cincinnati to San Diego start from $575. The average price for this train route is around $575. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Cincinnati to San Diego?

    The average train ride duration from Cincinnati to San Diego is 2d 14h, covering a distance of 1864 miles (3007 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2d 14h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators service the Cincinnati to San Diego route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Cincinnati to San Diego?

    The earliest train departs from Cincinnati to San Diego at 1:41am. And the latest train departs at 1:41am.

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